2001 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 767 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Fit | Falcon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |